SAINT ANTHONY OF PADUA CATHOLIC SCHOOL

School Mission Statement

Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic School Family is committed

to fostering strong faith, academic excellence and selfless service.

Welcome to Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic School!

We invite you to explore our Preschool and K-8, faith-based academic community and learn about our dedicated instructors and our fantastic students on this website. We are a small peaceful school that focuses on developing the whole child through cognitive, physical, social, and spiritual instruction. Our curriculum provided by the Diocese of Tucson, is fully aligned to Arizona Academic Standards, Catholic instruction, as well as Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, Science, Physical Education, Computers, and the Fine Arts. Our parents are very involved in our school as volunteers and active participants in their children’s academic and religious education. Please feel free to contact the school so that we can arrange a visit.

Student Learning Expectations

P – Person of Faith

Respectfully participates in the Catholic Church teachings and practices

Demonstrates a respect for God, others, self and all creation

Uses decision making skills based on Christian values to inform his/her conscience

A – Active Learner

Self-motivated to achieve personal best

Applies knowledge across curriculum and real life situations

Sees tasks to completion

D – Dedicated to Service

Serving sincerely

Embraces the spirit of service within the church and community

Know and practice the Spiritual and Corporal Works of Mercy

U – Universal Citizen

Contributes to the positive growth of the school and greater community

Demonstrates respect and tolerance for self, others, place and property

Respect for God’s creation

A – Articulate Communicator

Clearly expresses ideas using verbal and non-verbal forms of communication

Uses Christian values when using technology, social media and mass communication